Iam Tongi Bio, Parents, Wife, Children, Siblings, Net Worth: Iam Tongi is an 18-year-old singer who became the winner of American Idol 2023.
Tongi is from Kahuku, a town on O’ahu, Hawaii, and is of Tongan, Samoan, and Irish descent.
He graduated from Decatur High School in Federal Way, Washington, near Seattle, where he and his family moved three years ago.
He won the hearts of the judges during his first audition when he sang his heart out in the first round and impressed the audience with his soulful singing style.
During the American Idol 2023 grand finale, Iam Tongi delivered powerful renditions of Keith Urban’s “Making Memories of Us” and “Cool Down.”
He also sang a sentimental tribute to his late father called “I’ll See You”. Tongi also teamed up with James Blunt to perform “Monsters.”
During the grand finale, the three remaining competitors; Iam Tongi, Megan Danielle and Colin Stough delighted the audience with solo and duo performances with renowned artists.
This premier event welcomed many visitors. Among others, Keith Urban, Kylie Minogue, Ellie Goulding, Lionel Richie, TLC, REO Speedwagon, Pitbull and Lil Jon.
After a nearly four-hour show filled with live performances, Iam Tongi, 18, of Kahuku, won the title of “American Idol.”
His victory at American Idol 2023 on Sunday, May 21 makes him the first Hawaiian to win “American Idol.”
He is also the first Pacific Islander to win the singing competition, according to the Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund.
After this victory and a recording contract, Tongi is now ready to create his own music. This season of American Idol is over, but another season is officially planned for 2024.
I’m Tongi’s age
my name is Tongi celebrated his 18th birthday in September last year (2022). He was born on September 1, 2004 in Kahuku, Hawaii. Tongi will turn 19 in September this year (2023).
My name is Tongi, height and weight
Iam Tongi is 1.8m tall and weighs around 110kg
I am a Tongi parent
Iam Tongi was born in Kahuku, Hawaii, to his parents; Rodney Guy (father) and Lillie N. Rodney Tongi (mother).
His father, who was also a musician, recognized Iam’s talent and encouraged his passion for singing. Sadly, his father (Rodney) passed away on December 28, 2021.
I am Tongi’s wife
The 18-year-old singer is not married and therefore does not have a wife. Iam Tongi is currently single and not dating anyone. He seems to be much more focused on his career than dating at the moment.
I am the Tongi children
Iam Tongi is not yet a father. He has no biological or adopted children.
I am Tongi siblings
Iam Tongi is not his parents’ only child; Rodney Guy (father) and Lillie N. Rodney Tongi (mother). He has two sisters; Cassandra Alvina and Leilei Tongi and two brothers, Lerod. The name of his other brother is unknown.
I am Tongi and her assets
Iam Tongi’s net worth was unknown at the time of writing.
I am Tongi Social Networks
Iam Tongi has a Facebook page with over 300,000 followers, a verified Instagram account with over 630,000 followers, and a TikTok account with over 1.1 million followers. The American Idol 2023 winner is very active on these social media platforms.
Songs and videos by Iam Tongi
Iam Tongi has one Youtube channel with over 118,000 subscribers. His first single is titled: “I’ll Be Seeing You” is a tribute to his late father; Rodney Guy, died December 28, 2021.
He has also recorded several acoustic covers of popular songs and shared them on his YouTube channel.
